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| Glossary
Toxemia of pregnancy
Also known as:
Preeclampsia
A condition during pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and fluid retention. If untreated, it can lead to eclampsia and convulsions that can be life-threatening to the mother and baby.